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Pedestrian Fatalities Drop 33% in Goa as Cyclist Deaths Climb
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 21 Oct 2026, 02:32 AM
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New data shows a one‑third reduction in pedestrian deaths in Goa, while cyclist fatalities have risen.
According to recent figures released by the Goa traffic police, the number of pedestrians killed in road accidents fell by 33 percent compared with the previous reporting period. The decline marks a significant improvement in pedestrian safety in the state.
The same data, however, indicated an upward trend in cyclist fatalities, which rose over the same timeframe. Officials did not disclose the exact magnitude of the increase, but the reversal contrasts with the gains seen for walkers.
Transport officials said the drop in pedestrian deaths may be linked to recent infrastructure upgrades, such as better crosswalk markings and increased enforcement of speed limits in high‑traffic zones. They urged continued vigilance and called for dedicated cycling lanes to address the growing risk to cyclists.
The same data, however, indicated an upward trend in cyclist fatalities, which rose over the same timeframe. Officials did not disclose the exact magnitude of the increase, but the reversal contrasts with the gains seen for walkers.
Transport officials said the drop in pedestrian deaths may be linked to recent infrastructure upgrades, such as better crosswalk markings and increased enforcement of speed limits in high‑traffic zones. They urged continued vigilance and called for dedicated cycling lanes to address the growing risk to cyclists.